14 Shades of Grey
Staind · 2003
62 min · 14 tracks · alternative metal · nu metal · post-grunge
A raw exploration of emotional struggles wrapped in heavy guitar riffs and melancholic melodies.
Why this album works
'14 Shades of Grey' debuted at No. 1 on the Billboard 200 chart, solidifying Staind's place in the early 2000s rock scene. The album received mixed reviews but was noted for its emotional depth and contributed to the band's enduring influence on the nu metal genre.
- Best for
- steady emotional exploration melancholic melodies for reflection gradual climax through the album
- Context
- By the time '14 Shades of Grey' was released in 2003, Staind had established themselves as a significant force in post-grunge with their previous album, 'Break the Cycle', achieving multi-platinum success. This album marked a continuation of their introspective themes while also reflecting a shift towards a more polished sound, showcasing their evolution as artists following the commercial peak of their earlier work.
- Stylistic neighbors
- Skillet· Breaking Benjamin· Cold
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 Price to Play Standout 3:36
- 2 How About You 3:58
- 3 So Far Away Standout 4:05
- 4 Yesterday 3:47
- 5 Fray 5:04
- 6 Zoe Jane Standout 4:37
- 7 Fill Me Up 4:25
- 8 Layne 4:26
- 9 Falling Down 3:56
- 10 Reality 4:38
- 11 Tonight 4:25
- 12 Could It Be 4:44
- 13 Blow Away 6:15
- 14 Intro 4:28
Reference: Wikipedia · MusicBrainz · Wikidata
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